Taksendexi Soft Capsule (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

Administer 300 mg of dexibuprofen orally 2 to 4 times a day. However, do not exceed 1,200 mg of dexibuprofen in a day.

This medicine should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist before use for individuals who regularly consume more than 3 drinks a day. For those who drink a lot of alcohol, taking this medication may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system and may increase the risk of heart or cerebrovascular diseases. People with existing cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should be closely monitored for cardiovascular symptoms during use. Patients with hypertension, heart failure, or ischemic heart disease should avoid high doses of this medication. This medication can cause serious problems like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation, so caution is advised for the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. If symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding occur while taking the medication, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. It is safe to avoid taking this medication for individuals with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding, severe liver or kidney diseases, severe heart failure, hypertension, or asthma. Concurrent use with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, so co-administration should be avoided. Special caution is required when taking this medication with chemotherapy agents, anticoagulants, diuretics, etc., as interactions may increase the risk of adverse effects, thus consulting a specialist is recommended. During use, caution is needed when driving or operating machinery due to possible dizziness or fatigue. It is safe for breastfeeding women to discontinue breastfeeding or stop taking this medication. Before using this drug, it is essential to discuss any history of blood, liver, kidney diseases or hypersensitive reactions with medical personnel. If allergic reactions such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, severe headache, or decreased urination occur, discontinue use immediately and consult medical personnel. Particularly after the sixth month of pregnancy, avoiding or using this medication with caution is recommended due to potential effects on the fetus. This medication should be used at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration, and regular testing is required for long-term use. In the case of overdose, immediate treatment at a medical institution should be sought. When storing, keep in a tightly sealed container out of reach of children in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and very severe headaches,

Mild side effects

• Indigestion
• abdominal bloating
• heartburn
• upper abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• constipation
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain

Drug interactions

Do not use this medication concurrently with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Avoid using concurrently with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, digoxin, phenytoin, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, sulfonylureas, ACE inhibitors or angiotensin II receptor antagonists, diuretics, lithium, coumarin anticoagulants (such as warfarin), baclofen, immunosuppressants (like cyclosporine, tacrolimus, sirolimus), thrombolytics, ticlopidine.

Food interactions

Caution is advised when taking this medication with alcohol.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. The storage temperature should ideally be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the effectiveness of the drug can be preserved for a longer duration.

Appearance

A purple transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to light purple transparent liquid.

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP x 1)